Veterinary Technician Jobs in Grafton, MA

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center

Veterinary Technician ( specialty ) CVT and Reception

Required Experience: Certification and/or at two years of veterinary technician or tech assistance experience (preferably in a specialty field) is required....

Veterinary Technician - Large Animal Hospital

  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Contribute to the teaching and instruction of Clinical Rotation students and Veterinary Technician students....

Veterinary Technician

  • Needham, MA (22 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Needham, MA (22 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all clients and partners....

Veterinary Technician - Large Animal Hospital Tufts University

  • Grafton, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Grafton, MA
  • 5 days ago

Essential Functions Veterinary Technician (Large Animal) Overall observation of all LA patients. Perform treatments....

Medical Laboratory Technician, 3rd Shift NORTH GRAFTON, MA

  • Grafton, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Grafton, MA
  • 10 days ago

It is not required to work in our lab, but if you were a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT), this experience and education would be a plus....

Medical Laboratory Technician, 3rd Shift NORTH GRAFTON, MA

  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (1 mile from Grafton, MA)
  • 10 days ago

It is not required to work in our lab, but if you were a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT), this experience and education would be a plus....

Animal Care Technician I

  • Shrewsbury, MA (6 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (6 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 11 days ago

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant...

Veterinary Technician

  • Framingham, MA (15 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (15 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 11 days ago

The team at Slade Veterinary Hospital, Inc. is a dedicated and highly skilled group of animal care experts....

Veterinary Technician Assistant I

  • Worcester, MA (7 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (7 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary We are seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant for our Discovery site located in Worcester....

Traveling Veterinary Technician

  • Natick, MA (17 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Natick, MA (17 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Traveling Veterinary Technician Multiple Locations - MA (Per Diem) More than a word, care is present in everything you do....

Entry Level Assistant - Certified Vet Tech

  • North Smithfield, RI (17 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (17 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Title: Weekend Veterinary Technician - ShotVet (FRIDAY-SUNDAYS REQUIRED) **No weekday work available/required** Location: Various locations (road trip vibes!)...

Animal Care Specialist

  • Sturbridge, MA (23 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sturbridge, MA (23 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Position Overview As an Operations Specialist in Animal Care, your role will be to ensure that proper animal care and husbandry is being provided for all companion animals and aquatic life in the Pet...

CVT / LVT / Veterinary Leader

  • Lincoln, RI (23 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lincoln, RI (23 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Job Title: Certified or Licensed Veterinary Technician (FULL TIME IDEAL - OK with Part-Time - **(Weekends would be required if Part-Time)** Job Description: Location: reporting to regional office in...

Emergency Veterinary Technician

  • Natick, MA (17 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Natick, MA (17 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Technician, Licensed Vet Tech, Credentialed Veterinary Technician, Credentialed Vet Tech, Credentialed Veterinary Tech, Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Tech, Vet Tech, Vet Technician, Veterinary...

Animal Care Technician

  • Worcester, MA (7 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (7 miles from Grafton, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Alpha Preclinical, a leading preclinical CRO, located in Worcester MA, is hiring an Animal Care Technician to join our dedicated team....

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Grafton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Grafton, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
27.5%
High School or GED
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Grafton, MA
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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